Suki Lopez

Suki Lopez is an American actress, dancer, and graphic designer. She plays Nina on the children's television series Sesame Street.

Early life and career Lopez grew up in Miami, Florida. Lopez began studying ballet at age three, at the Maria Verdeja School of the Arts. Her first audition was reading a scene involving a heart to heart conversation with someone performing as Elmo, and her second audition included singing and improvisation with the Murray Monster puppet. Lopez portrays Nina, works at the Sesame Street laundromat and bike store, and works as a babysitter for Elmo.

Personal life Lopez has one brother. Her first name means "like" in Japanese. She has also worked in graphic design, as a choreographer and acting coach, and has run social media accounts for various dance studios in Florida. While appearing in Sesame Street, Lopez was also studying liberal arts at The New School in New York City.